[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 135 (Thursday, September 8, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1228]
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RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE AND DEDICATION OF THE MEMBERS AND VOLUNTEERS AT 
                      GLEANING FOR THE WORLD, INC.

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                            HON. ROBERT HURT

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 8, 2016

  Mr. HURT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I submit these remarks to 
recognize the service and dedication of the members and volunteers at 
Gleaning for the World, Inc.
  Gleaning for the World is a non-profit, humanitarian aid organization 
that provides life-saving supplies and equipment to those in need at 
home and abroad. From its beginnings in the basement of its founder, 
Reverend Ronald Davidson, the organization expanded to an ever-growing 
facility in Concord, Virginia and now serves more than 55 countries. 
Gleaning for the World currently utilizes over 2,100 local volunteers 
and expects that number to increase to over 4,000 with the recent 
addition of its new Volunteer Center.
  The organization prides itself on operating innovatively and 
efficiently. Forbes Magazine recognized Gleaning for the World four of 
the last five years as ``The Most Efficient Large Charity in America.'' 
Rather than serving as a stand-alone charity, it partners with churches 
and other charitable organizations to coordinate and maximize the 
strengths of all for the common good. Over the course of 17 years, 
Gleaning for the World saved over 35 acres of landfill space by 
repurposing products for humanitarian purposes. For every dollar 
donated, it places $103 worth of supplies domestically and $212 worth 
of supplies internationally.
  Gleaning for the World serves as a first responder non-profit for 
emergencies in the United States and provides water and other critical 
supplies within hours of natural disasters at home. Recently, the 
organization served as a critical resource in its own backyard 
following devastating tornado damage in Appomattox County. Gleaning for 
the World continues that role to this day as a long-term relief 
coordinator for Appomattox County.
  I ask the Members of this House of Representatives to join with me in 
thanking Gleaning for the World, Reverend Ronald Davidson, and all of 
its members and volunteers, for its unwavering, dedicated service at 
home and abroad.

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